US Open revamps mixed doubles format, hoping to draw stars, fans: What to know
The U.S. Open is making a big bet on the potential of mixed doubles, changing the format in ways that will draw curiosity and ...
US Open’s new mixed doubles format draws criticism as being more of an exhibition than a Grand Slam
The U.S. Open is moving its mixed doubles championship to the week before singles play begins, hoping a revamped format and ...
How do tennis players qualify for Grand Slams? The path to the biggest tournaments
Every tennis player dreams of playing in a Grand Slam, but the road is full of challenges. Rankings, qualifiers and wild cards intertwine in a race of endurance and opportunity. How do they make it to ...
The Daily Gazette9d
Fury as US Open chiefs announce mixed doubles revamp
US tennis chiefs announced a radical overhaul of the US Open's mixed doubles on Tuesday, unveiling plans to stage the ...
USA Today22d
US Open tennis tournament adds a 15th day, moves to Sunday start
NEW YORK - The U.S. Open will expand its main draw to 15 days, the United States Tennis Association (USTA ... The schedule change will see the men's and women's singles first rounds play ...
The Washington Post9d
US Open's new mixed doubles format draws criticism as being more of an exhibition than a Grand Slam
The plan announced Tuesday calls for mixed doubles to be contested on Aug. 19 and 20, during the week when the qualifying rounds for men’s and women’s singles are being held. Main draw play in ...